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Euro woes flatten Carpetright

Continuing weakness in its European stores and disappointing bed sales saw Carpetright deliver a seventh profit warning in 18 months, despite signs of improvement in its UK floor covering business. Pre-tax profits for the year are now expected to be £3m-£4m down from previous guidance of £6m-£7m, and we still see no reason to own the shares.

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By John Hughman,
25 April 2012

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